Job Description

ISLAMIC RELIEF SOMALIA: JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Female Professional Cook

DEPARTMENT:  HR/Admin

BASE LOCATION: Hargeisa (100%)

 CONTRACT LENGTH: 7 months – renewable based on performance and budget availability .

REPORT TO: HR/Admin Officer

Grade: N/A

Deadline: 22th june 2024

JOB SUMMARY

• Working under the supervision of an Administrative Officer based in Hargeisa, the holder of this position will be responsible for cooking for the office and guesthouse.
• Cooking three meals for the guesthouse on a daily basis and the regular lunch for all the staff
• Prepare refreshments for all the staff and the guesthouse residents twice per day.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Senior Management Team Support Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitoring supplies and re-ordering stock as needed.
• Ensuring that cooking utensils are clean before each use.
• Bake, grill, steam and boil meats, vegetables, fish, poultry and other foods
• Cleaning and sterilizing food preparation areas.
• Ensure that food orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Efficiently serving all staff and ensure that there will not be any problems with staff orders.
• Ensuring that food health and safety regulations are followed.
• Ensuring each guest order has the correct food and sides
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes
• Monitoring multiple food orders as new orders arrive
• Checking food and ingredients for freshness.
• Arranging and garnishing dishes.
• Ensuring that the kitchen area, equipment and utensils are cleaned
• Thorough experience with hot and cold food preparation
• Ensure that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetically pleasing way

Others

• Be familiar with and abide by the Islamic Relief code of conduct and other regularly issued codes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by her immediate supervisor.
• Avoid being distracted by your mobile or anything else when at work.
• Avoid unnecessary absences without previously informing your supervisor.
• Communicate with all staff in a protocol-like and respectful manner.
• Respect the diversity of the workplace.

Working Hours

• Normal office hours are from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but sometimes she may work overtime to meet deadlines.
• Working on weekends when needed, especially when gusts are coming.

Experiences and Qualifications

Qualifications

Diploma or certificate from a culinary school

• Secondary school certificate and Diploma on any other and related qualifications.

Proven experience as cook

Work Experience:

• 2 years of professional experience.

• Experience of exposure of NGOs is value added.
• Food handling certification is preferred.
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to work as a member of a team is essential.
• Positive courteous and professional attitude

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• A professional with high personal integrity and commitment.

• An individual that can cope work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Able to organize, maintain composure and prioritize work under pressure,
• Work overtime when necessary and on weekends and be able to coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
• Sound knowledge of cooking methods and techniques.
• The ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Equal Opportunities: Only qualified female candidates will be shortlisted.

Child Safeguarding:  No

Safeguarding and protection of staff: YES

Skills Required

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